In The Spotlight

Whether you are a visitor in your own backyard, or you’ve traveled far to get here, Bel Air welcomes you with a smile and plenty to see and do! Live music, workshops, festivals, shopping, dining, and public art are just a few of the reasons to relax and stay a while.

Call for Artists! America 250 Public Art Exhibition

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! The Declaration of Independence turns 250 years old this year, and The Historical Society of Harford County Inc is inviting you to help celebrate this historic milestone through art! In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, a special public art exhibition is being created, and the Historical Society…

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Bel Air America 250 Student Art Exhibition

As spring brings longer days and colorful blooms to Bel Air, creativity is flourishing as well. This season, the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission is proud to partner with Harford County Public Schools, and the Bel Air Branch of the Harford County Public Library to present the Bel Air America…

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Leaving the American Songbook: The Reign of the Baby Boomers

Join us for a FREE two-part America 250 lecture series at the Bel Air Armory! Beginning in the 1920’s, popular music was largely created by the American Songbook artists, who created an enduring cultural legacy in song. Elvis changed everything. By the late 50s, these earlier songwriters were out of…

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Free Business of Art Lecture: Marketing Essentials for Artists

Register now for The Business of Art: Marketing Essentials for Artists. This 60-minute session with Cindy Cisneros of Creatively, LLC is designed to help artists learn to market their work effectively and authentically. You’ll learn marketing strategy basics, how to identify and reach your ideal audience, and more. If you’re dreaming of transforming…

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“Take a Chance on Art” at the Bel Air Armory March 21

Harford Artists’ Association presents Take a Chance on Art on Saturday, March 21 from 7 to 10 pm! Enjoy an elegant evening out at the Bel Air Armory with delicious food and wine. Best of all, ticket holders will participate in an art lottery and take home a piece of original art created by a member…

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America 250 Event: An Evening with Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band

A night of swing is what we all need at the start of spring! With a musical library spanning from the ’30s through the ’70s, Ain’t Misbehavin’ Big Band will keep you dancing swing, foxtrot, samba, cha-cha and polka all evening long at the Bel Air Armory on March 26. Don’t want to dance?…

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400 Years of History: Joppa Exhibit Grand Opening

The Historical Society of Harford County is excited to present “400 Years of History: Joppa Exhibit Grand Opening” this February. In 1661, John Taylor received a 300-acre land grant from King Charles II, which later became the town of Joppa, named, as tradition holds, after the biblical city of Jaffa, meaning “beautiful.”…

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Record Riot Comes to Bel Air Armory February 22

A Record Riot is coming to Harford County! The Bel Air Armory will be packed with music lovers on February 22 from 10 am to 4 pm for a massive vinyl event featuring more than 10,000 LPs in one room along with CDs, 45s, and cassette tapes. From punk and…

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Family Fun at the Bel Air Armory This February

If you made a resolution to spend more quality time with the family in 2026, the Bel Air Armory is presenting an all-new Family Fun Series this February. February 7 – Instrument “Petting Zoo” with the SSO Members of the Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra will introduce musical instruments and music-related games and activities to children….

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